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No. 93

Thursday, November 5, 2026

World

Which two figures are credited with brokering the multi-day ceasefire in Ukraine's Kherson region that ended in early November?

The truce in Kherson was brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump and Pope Leo XIV.

Al Jazeera · read the story

Politics

Which Democratic candidate was declared the winner over incumbent Greg Abbott in the Texas governor's race during the 2026 midterms?

Democrat Gina Hinojosa was called the winner over Greg Abbott, flipping the Texas governorship.

CNBC · read the story

Business

CVS Health's planned corporate split will unwind its 2018 acquisition of which company?

CVS's split reverses its $69 billion 2018 acquisition of health insurer Aetna.

Fierce Healthcare · read the story

Sports

At which stadium did the Milwaukee Brewers clinch their first World Series title in franchise history?

The Brewers clinched the title with a Game 5 win at Tropicana Field, the Rays' home stadium.

CBS Sports · read the story

Culture

John Frieda, who died at 75, was best known for creating which haircare line?

John Frieda was famous for founding the Frizz Ease haircare brand.

Reality Tea · read the story

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